New York is ready for robotaxis, but only with humans behind the wheel

If you've been dying to order a robotaxi in New York City, your wish might be granted soon. The city announced that it’s ready to embrace the future of taxis, but self-driving taxi fleets will have to adhere to a strict set of rules. A key prerequisite for New York robotaxis is that a human safety driver must always sit behind the wheel. 

The driver should be ready to take control of the vehicle at any time. This safety feature is meant to reduce the risk of accidents and other traffic issues.